2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen C1, 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 (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | C1 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
