2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 104 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | S | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |