2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 221 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |