2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 806 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 287 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 1996 Peugeot 806, 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 806. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Quattroporte | 806 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |