2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3, 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |