2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (425 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 364 kg more than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Porsche | Maserati |
| Model | Cayenne | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
