2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |