2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | Quattroporte | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
