2008 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Panda | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
