2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 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 227 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70. 2003 Volvo V70 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. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati GranSport | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | GranSport | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
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 | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |