2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 308 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 728 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | Quattroporte | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |