1999 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus 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 301 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 751 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 1999 Ford Focus, 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Focus 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
