2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 2007 Maserati GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | C5 | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
