2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Smart | Citroen |
Model | ForFour | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 8.2 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 | 965 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |