2000 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 525 | GranSport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |