2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 376 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 2003 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Quattroporte | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |