2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Maserati Quattroporte were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 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 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3, 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A3 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
