2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1088 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 G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C4 | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
