1996 Honda Today vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Honda Maserati
Model Today Quattroporte
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 4227 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 451 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1929 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1900 mm