2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 861 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart.
Because 2004 MCC Smart 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 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2004 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | C5 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 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 | 1591 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
