2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C2 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
