2000 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Falcon | GranSport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 453 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |