2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3, 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Smart | Citroen |
| Model | ForTwo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
