2010 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 607 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (161 HP @ 5875 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 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 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607, 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 607. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Quattroporte | 607 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5875 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1222 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
