2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 104 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A4 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
