2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Quattroporte | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
