2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane 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 131 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (264 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Quattroporte | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
