2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 429 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12. 2002 Volkswagen W12 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. 2002 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | GranSport | W12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 335 Nm |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |