2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,033 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C4 | B |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |