2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Santa Fe | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
