2008 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | M | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |