2004 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX 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 130 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | MDX | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 442 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |