2008 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Crossfire 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 218 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Crossfire | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
