2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C4 and 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C4 | CLC |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |