2002 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus IS 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 243 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | IS | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
