2009 BMW X3 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 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 788 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | X3 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |