2007 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2007 Maserati Quattroporte and 2007 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 220 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 2007 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Quattroporte | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
