2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 498 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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