2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sportage | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
