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 160 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 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 727 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1587 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
