2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 554 kg more than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Range Rover | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
