2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz 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 135 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 3 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 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
Model | Quattroporte | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2804 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |