2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, both 2006 Maserati GranSport and 2006 Toyota Fortuner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP) has 234 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 324 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | GranSport | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |