2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 706 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Sportage | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |