2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
