2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 MG ZT
To start off, both 2006 Maserati Quattroporte and 2006 MG ZT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 208 more horse power than 2006 MG ZT. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 MG ZT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 MG ZT, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZT. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 MG ZT | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Quattroporte | ZT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |