2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2001 Opel Astra | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | GranSport | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7350 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |