2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
Model | Quattroporte | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4227 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 746 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |