2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1328 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Escalade | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |