2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Maserati Quattroporte and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 638 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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, 2009 Mazda 3, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
