2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 405 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | Picasso | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
