2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3, 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 C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C3 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Model C3 C
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2147 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 192 km/hour 224 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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