2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Omega 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 248 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2008 Opel Omega | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Quattroporte | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1685 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |