2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | 159 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |