2002 Acura TL vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL 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 (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 376 kg more than 2002 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL, 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | TL | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3064 mm |
