2008 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 877 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Edge | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
