2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 369 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | Quattroporte | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4227 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
