2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti Q45 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | Q45 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 453 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |