2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 501 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Subaru | Maserati |
| Model | Outback | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
