2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 7 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 2013 Infiniti G. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 529 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, 2013 Infiniti G, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
| Model | GranSport | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
