2008 Smart Ultimate 112 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival

To start off, both 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 and 2008 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.

Because 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 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 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Smart Ultimate 112 2008 Kia Carnival
Make Smart Kia
Model Ultimate 112 Carnival
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Middle Front
Horse Power 110 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1910 mm


 

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