1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Smart Fortwo (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Smart Fortwo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 216 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 2013 Smart Fortwo has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Smart Fortwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Xsara | Fortwo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1559 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1867 mm |