2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 136 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Eldorado | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
