2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sienna. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
