2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |