2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
