2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 291 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic 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. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | GranSport | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
