2007 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 5 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 85 more horse power than 2012 Audi A7. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Audi A7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A7. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A7. 2012 Audi A7 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. 2012 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Audi A7 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | Quattroporte | A7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |