2000 Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | LaCrosse | GranSport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |