2007 Kia Opirus vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 562 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2007 Kia Opirus, 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 (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Opirus | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Opirus | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
