2009 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. 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 123 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |