2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | C5 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 33 L |
