2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
