2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Subaru | Maserati |
| Model | Outback | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
