2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 221 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 499 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Colorado | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
