2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 131 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 107 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 Toyota Avalon, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 2013 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati GranSport | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | GranSport | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |