1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Expedition | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Expedition | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |