2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 581 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | i30 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
