2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2002 Holden Astra
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 841 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Holden Astra, 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 2002 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | Quattroporte | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2610 mm |
