2012 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C-Crosser and 2012 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser.
Because 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C-Crosser | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C-Crosser | C |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
