2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2008 Maserati Quattroporte and 2008 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Quattroporte | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |