2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Smart | Citroen |
| Model | ForFour | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
