2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 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 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 253 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | Quattroporte | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1984 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
