2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz S and 2010 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 898 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | S | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
