2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 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. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, 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, 2001 Citroen C2 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | C2 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1867 mm |