2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | C5 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 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 | 1438 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |