2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega 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 253 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Quattroporte | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |