2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 10 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 116 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 249 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Maserati | Chrysler |
| Model | Quattroporte | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
