2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Quattroporte | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |