1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | Xsara | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 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 | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
