2010 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C8 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C8 | R |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
