2012 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1097 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
Model | CL | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 829 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |