2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 445 kg more than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2011 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 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator, 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
| Model | Navigator | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
