2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | Vito |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |