2010 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 770 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati GranTurismo has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | GranTurismo | Legend |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3785 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1118 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
