2010 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 58 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Maserati Quattroporte | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1222 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |