2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C6 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |