2007 Mazda 6 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 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 6, 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 (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mazda | Maserati |
Model | 6 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |