2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 139 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | GranSport | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |