2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 218 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 655 kg more than 2006 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Toledo, 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 (490 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Toledo. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Maserati | Seat |
Model | Quattroporte | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 148 Nm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |