2006 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | IS | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
