2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Quattroporte | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5555 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |