2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. 2011 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
| Model | GranSport | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
