2007 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo

To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (405 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A8 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
Make Audi Maserati
Model A8 Gran Turismo
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5202 cc 4691 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4881 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2056 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1353 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2942 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 86 L


 

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