2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Quattroporte | XC90 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |