2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Nissan | Maserati |
| Model | Pathfinder | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
