2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 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 208 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
