2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2012 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Smart | Citroen |
| Model | ForTwo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
