2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | CL | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
