2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 244 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 875 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 2009 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | C3 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 490 Nm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |