2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 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 313 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | B2500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2990 mm |