2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. 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, 2002 Peugeot 406, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406. 2002 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Quattroporte | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |