2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 149 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Smart | Hyundai |
| Model | ForFour | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
