2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 612 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Quattroporte | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2645 mm |
