2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme 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 (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Centieme | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
