2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C1 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C1 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
