2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Smart ForTwo | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Smart | Kia |
Model | ForTwo | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 75 L |