2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Trans Sport | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3070 mm |
