2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 839 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | S | C3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 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 | 45 L |
