2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Equinox | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 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 | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |