2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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 173 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 405 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 Volvo C70, 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 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | GranSport | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |