2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C8 | B |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |