2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C2 | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |