2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
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, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Quattroporte | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
