2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy 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 178 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Subaru Legacy 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. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati GranSport | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | GranSport | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |