2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1931 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 886 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | C 15 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
