2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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 (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
