2006 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, both 2006 Lexus LX 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LX. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LX. 2006 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | LX | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 88 L |
