2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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 337 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 786 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lada Kalina | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | Kalina | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |