2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | GranSport | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |