2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 2002 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XKR | GranSport |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |