2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, 2010 Holden Calais is newer by 4 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) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Holden Calais. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Calais.
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) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2010 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | GranSport | Calais |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
