2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 Volvo V70, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Quattroporte | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
