2004 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia 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 128 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 5 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 Skoda Octavia, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Skoda | Maserati |
| Model | Octavia | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
