2002 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 521 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Ford Escape | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Escape | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |