2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 7 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 285 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Smart | Hyundai |
| Model | ForFour | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
