2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C8 | A |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |