2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ 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 (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 32 L |