2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
