2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 20 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | GranSport |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |