2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 906 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Express | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |