2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2006 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15, 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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | C 15 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 33 L |