2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 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 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Xantia | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |