2005 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 2005 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | MDX | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |