2008 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | GX | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
