1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 428 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 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 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger, 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 Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Avenger | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Avenger | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
