2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 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 269 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 243 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.

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, 2008 Fiat Ulysse, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Ulysse 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Fiat Maserati
Model Ulysse Quattroporte
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 4243 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 442 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4750 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 90 L


 

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