2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 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 154 more horse power than 2003 Volvo C70. (241 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2003 Volvo C70, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Quattroporte | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
