2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Smart | Citroen |
| Model | ForFour | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |
