2004 Audi A4 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 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 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 194 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 322 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A4 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
