2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 584 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C4 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 616 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |