2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Smart | Citroen |
Model | ForFour | C3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |