2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti QX4. (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 2006 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX4 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | QX4 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
