2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Xsara | ForFour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |