1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
