2008 Daihatsu Materia 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 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
Model | Materia | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |