2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
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, 2009 Acura TL, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | TL | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |