2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (295 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | C5 | GranSport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |