2011 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 6 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 566 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 2011 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 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GranTurismo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
