2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 395 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, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Smart | Citroen |
| Model | Roadster | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
