2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 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 267 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 244 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Quattroporte | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |