2009 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 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 261 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 118 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |