2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Quattroporte 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 122 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Maserati | Lincoln |
Model | Quattroporte | MKS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5184 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |