2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 644 kg more than 2007 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C6 | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |