2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 5 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 186 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Maserati | Lexus |
Model | Quattroporte | IS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4227 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |