2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 271 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.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 Vaneo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C3 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
