2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | Vito | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
