2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2012 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 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | HHR | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3063 mm |
