2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.

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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Osee 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Model Osee C
Year Released 2001 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1780 mm


 

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