2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1, 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C1 | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
