1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Marcia | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
Model | Marcia | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |