2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
