2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. Both 2001 Citroen C2 and 2002 Smart ForFour are equipped with a 1,124 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | C2 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |