2004 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | QX56 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 433 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
