2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 183 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 96 L |