2006 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS 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 (319 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lincoln LS 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Lincoln Maserati
Model LS Quattroporte
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 4691 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 319 HP
Torque 388 Nm 490 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1711 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 90 L


 

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