2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 747 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-350 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
