2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 365 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, 2004 Citroen C3, 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | C3 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 33 L |
