2012 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 556 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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 (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
