2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Smart Roadster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | C4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
