2004 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger 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 188 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ranger | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
