2000 Audi Allroad vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Audi Allroad. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 102 kg more than 2000 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Allroad. 2000 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Allroad | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
