2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 771 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ikon | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
