2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2011 Maserati Quattroporte and 2011 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 576 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Maserati | Citroen |
Model | Quattroporte | C3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1984 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |