2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Express | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |