2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Maserati GranSport were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2006 Audi S4, 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 (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | S4 | GranSport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |