2004 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 454 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | SC | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |
