2009 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
