2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Quattroporte | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 92 L |