2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Holden Zafira

To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Zafira 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira. 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, 2005 Holden Zafira, 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Maserati Quattroporte 2005 Holden Zafira
Make Maserati Holden
Model Quattroporte Zafira
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4243 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2700 mm


 

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