2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Tahoe | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |