2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Rondo, 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Rondo | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
