2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C1 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C1 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C1 | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 132 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |