2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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 251 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 293 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 Opel Zafira, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | GranSport | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 58 L |