2012 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP) has 310 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1357 kg more than 2012 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 GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | GL | C3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
