2007 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati Quattroporte 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 195 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 683 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Quattroporte | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |