2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | C4 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
