2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Expedition | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
