2010 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Traverse 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 183 kg more than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Traverse | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |