2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2011 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5.
Because 2011 Maybach Landaulet 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 2011 Maybach Landaulet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5. 2011 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2011 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | C5 | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
