2000 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS 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 180 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Lexus | Maserati |
Model | GS | GranSport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |