2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 (490 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (343 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
