2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 442 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |