2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Sebring and 2006 Maserati Quattroporte were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring, 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 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Sebring | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
