2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart ForTwo 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 (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2003 Smart ForTwo. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2003 Smart ForTwo 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.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Maserati | Smart |
Model | Quattroporte | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |