2009 Renault Scenic vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 776 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic, 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Scenic. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Renault Scenic | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Renault | Maserati |
Model | Scenic | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |