2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2004 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Smart | Kia |
| Model | Roadster | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
