2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2011 GMC Acadia, 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia. 2011 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | Quattroporte | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
