2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 459 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Scenic, 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Quattroporte | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
