2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | GranSport | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |