2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | GranSport | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |