2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4227 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
