2005 Buick Terraza 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 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 354 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 Buick Terraza, 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) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Terraza | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 442 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |