2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | C4 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |