2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 888 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |