2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 382 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C3 | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
