2011 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz E and 2011 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
Model | E | C1 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 865 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |