2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
