2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Maserati Quattroporte and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 234 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |