2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Maserati Quattroporte and 2009 Citroen C3 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 (425 HP) has 317 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 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 721 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Maserati | Citroen |
| Model | Quattroporte | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
