2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 267 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | GranSport | Caldina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |