2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | 300 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
