2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | X3 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |