2004 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 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 252 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 140 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 (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 318 | GranSport |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |