2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 134 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattroporte | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
