2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Corsa 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 321 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
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2006 Maserati GranSport | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | GranSport | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |