2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XF | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |