2005 Acura CL vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL 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 177 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2006 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | CL | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
