2005 Rover 45 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 45 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 45 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Rover | Maserati |
Model | 45 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |