2011 Hyundai Getz vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 840 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 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 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Hyundai Getz 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Hyundai Maserati
Model Getz Quattroporte
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1341 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 425 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1151 kg 1991 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5098 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1438 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3063 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 90 L


 

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