2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C3 and 2011 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Citroen C3 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | G |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |