2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. 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 333 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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, 2012 Toyota iQ, 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 (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | iQ |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 32 L |
