2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 441 kg more than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (500 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Q7 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
