2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 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 2,685 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 C4, 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 (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (200 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 C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C4 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2685 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
