2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 5 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 499 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | Quattroporte | S8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |