2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 202 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4690 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 434 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |