2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota MR2 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 287 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
