2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, both 2006 Maserati Quattroporte and 2006 Toyota Fortuner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP) has 234 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
