2007 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | STS | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1820 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 20.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
