2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 5 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 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Osee | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Osee | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1600 mm |