2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, both 2007 Citroen Xsara and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 329 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara, 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 CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen Xsara 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Model Xsara CLK
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 192 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 6.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1401 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L


 

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