2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1257 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maybach 62 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 2006 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | C5 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
