2011 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2011 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 841 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
Model | ML | C3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |