2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 494 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Escape | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 459 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |