2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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 Xsara, 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 Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | Xsara | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
