2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Maserati MC12 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Because 2006 Maserati MC12 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 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | C4 | MC12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |