2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 152 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 Mazda CX-9, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
