2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 170 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | C3 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1135 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |