2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 830 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 SL 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 SL. 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 SL (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C2 | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
