2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Xsara 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
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 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 E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |