2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 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 203 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 4 kg more than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
