2008 Lexus IS 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 IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | IS | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
