2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2006 Maserati GranSport and 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 331 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis, 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 (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
Model | GranSport | Ignis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 39 L |