2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2000 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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2006 Kia Picanto | 2000 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Kia | Smart |
Model | Picanto | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |