2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C 15, 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | C 15 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |