2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 195 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 Volkswagen Pickup, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Pickup | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Volkswagen | Maserati |
Model | Pickup | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |