2008 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A3 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
