2010 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 534 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Maserati GranTurismo | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Maserati | Citroen |
Model | GranTurismo | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1984 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |