2008 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
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2008 Audi S8 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | S8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |