2005 Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 338 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 795 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Atos | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |
