2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 879 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quattroporte | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1984 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
