2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1974 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Osee | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
