2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2012 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 2012 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | Cee'd | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
