2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | C5 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 33 L |
