2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 828 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa, 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
