2003 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 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 95 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | X5 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
