2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna 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 (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna, 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Quattroporte | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |