2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Osee. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Osee.

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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Osee 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Model Osee SL
Year Released 2001 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1300 mm


 

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