2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. 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 145 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 239 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | GranSport | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |