2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C1 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C1, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Citroen C1 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C1 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |