2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C4 | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |