2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Boxster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Quattroporte | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |