2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Maybach 62

To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1553 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2006 Maybach 62
Make Citroen Maybach
Model C3 62
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 5513 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 543 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 187 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 2805 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 6170 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 16 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 110 L


 

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