2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 362 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS, 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | LHS | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
