2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 85 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 594 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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Peugeot | Maserati |
| Model | 407 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
