2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C1 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C1 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |