2009 BMW X6 vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 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 163 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 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 X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte.
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2009 BMW X6 | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | X6 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |