2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 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 295 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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, 2003 Mazda 6, 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4690 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 434 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |