2002 Lada Samara II 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 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II 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 329 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 2007 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada Samara II, 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Samara II | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | Samara II | GranSport |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |