2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL. 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 CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C4 | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |