2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GranTurismo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 87 L |
