2007 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 2, 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mazda | Maserati |
| Model | 2 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
