2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 2000 Nissan Xterra 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. 2000 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati GranSport | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | GranSport | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |