2008 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Nissan | Maserati |
| Model | Maxima | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
