2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata 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 145 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 75 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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Sonata | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
