2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 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 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 166 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |
