2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 955 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2, 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 CL (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C2 | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 88 L |
