2007 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 995 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa, 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati Quattroporte | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Quattroporte | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2500 mm |