2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Equinox | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |