2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1483 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 752 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | C3 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |
