2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 Ford Escape, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Escape | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |