2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 526 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 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Smart | Kia |
| Model | ForFour | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1099 cc | 1975 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
