2002 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra 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 89 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 65 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, 2002 Opel Astra, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Opel | Maserati |
| Model | Astra | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
