2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape 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 278 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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 (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escape | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
