2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GranSport | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
