2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 951 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Quattroporte | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
