2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (425 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | RS6 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
