2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 777 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C3 | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
