2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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 195 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Quattroporte | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
