2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1200 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C3 | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
