2008 Ford Territory vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Territory would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Territory | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Territory | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4691 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 425 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
