2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 629 kg more than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Escalade | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3063 mm |