1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. 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 344 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 779 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mazda | Maserati |
| Model | 626 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3063 mm |
