2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2011 Maserati Quattroporte were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 210 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Sonata | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
