2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 154 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Quattroporte | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |