2005 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | SsangYong | Maserati |
| Model | Musso | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
