2004 BMW X5 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 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2004 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | X5 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |