2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 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 268 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
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 C3, 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 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C3 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
