2004 Kia Amanti 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 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti, 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Amanti | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Amanti | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
