2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | MPV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4690 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 434 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |