2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Pontiac | Maserati |
| Model | Sunfire | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
