2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C4 | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |