2000 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Lexus | Maserati |
Model | GS | GranSport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |