2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Daewoo | Maserati |
| Model | Kalos | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
