2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Maserati Quattroporte (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | C3 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |