2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2006 Maserati GranSport and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GranSport | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 47 L |
