2012 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 201 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 534 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. 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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 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.
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2012 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Quattroporte | C30 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |