2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
