2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 554 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, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2011 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | C5 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
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 |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 33 L |