2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Q7 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
