2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 16 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Durango | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Durango | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |