2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz E and 2004 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 508 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | E | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 54 L |
