2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 6 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForFour | 2011 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Smart | Citroen |
| Model | ForFour | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
