2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | C5 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 33 L |
