2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | Q7 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4133 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |