2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Malibu | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
