2005 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 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 179 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A4 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
