2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 188 more horse power than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota 4Runner | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Toyota | Maserati |
| Model | 4Runner | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
