2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. 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 296 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 333 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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 (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | GranSport | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |