2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 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 285 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 476 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2007 Kia Rio, 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Rio | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
