2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Sorento | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 489 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |