2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 3 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | Vanquish | GranSport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |