2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
