2009 Acura RL vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | RL | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |