2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki X90 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 304 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 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, 1997 Suzuki X90 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 (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | GranSport | X90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
