2001 Ford EX 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 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ford EX. (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 811 kg more than 2001 Ford EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX 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 Ford EX 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 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | EX | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
