2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 296 kg more than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Terracan | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
