2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1745 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, 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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 782 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | C2 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
