2008 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 884 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 2012 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Edge | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 459 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 | 1991 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 Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
