2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S70 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 157 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S70. (238 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 34 kg more than 1998 Volvo S70. 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, 1998 Volvo S70, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Quattroporte | S70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
