2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
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 Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 388 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
