2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 740 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |