2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | Quattroporte | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
