2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Maserati | GMC |
Model | Quattroporte | Sierra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |