2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Peugeot | Maserati |
Model | 206 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1410 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |