2010 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 GMC Terrain

To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 408 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.

Because 2010 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 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain, 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain. 2013 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Maserati Quattroporte 2013 GMC Terrain
Make Maserati GMC
Model Quattroporte Terrain
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1758 kg
Vehicle Length 4341 mm 4707 mm
Vehicle Width 1849 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1222 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2576 mm 2857 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 71 L


 

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