2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C2 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 879 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C2 | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
