2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum 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 247 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 70 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, 2004 Opel Signum, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
