2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1495 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 GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C2 | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |