2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria 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 316 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 721 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Maserati | Proton |
| Model | Quattroporte | Satria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
