2004 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 669 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | MDX | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
