2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane 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 232 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Quattroporte | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
