2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport

To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion 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 314 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.

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 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daihatsu Sirion 2006 Maserati GranSport
Make Daihatsu Maserati
Model Sirion GranSport
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 4245 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.1:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 88 L


 

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