2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton 400 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 321 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Proton 400, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Maserati | Proton |
| Model | Quattroporte | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
