2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2012 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (5 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, 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 SLK (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
Model | SLK | C4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 5 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |