2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |