2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 183 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, 2007 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | Rio | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
