2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A and 2006 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Citroen C8.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
Model | A | C8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |