2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 227 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 (442 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Maserati Quattroporte 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Maserati Subaru
Model Quattroporte Legacy
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4245 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 225 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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