2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 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 306 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 262 kg more than 2012 Lancia Musa. 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, 2012 Lancia Musa, 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Maserati | Lancia |
Model | Quattroporte | Musa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |