2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C3 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |