2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Smart | Hyundai |
| Model | ForFour | i30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
