2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2013 Kia RIO

To start off, 2013 Kia RIO 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 584 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Kia RIO, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Maserati GranSport 2013 Kia RIO
Make Maserati Kia
Model GranSport RIO
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4242 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 452 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.8 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1096 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4045 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1455 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 43 L


 

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