2004 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti QX56.
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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | QX56 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 88 L |
