2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
Model | Quattroporte | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |