2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 578 kg more than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 489 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 425 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
