2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 262 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 221 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | GranSport | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
