2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C4 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |