2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Maserati GranSport were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 248 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | X3 | GranSport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |