2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 264 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pickup. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Quattroporte | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2960 mm |