2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz R and 2008 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | R | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
