2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Maserati |
| Model | Grand Vitara | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
