2004 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type 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 173 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2004 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar X-Type | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | X-Type | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |
