2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |