2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 166 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | PT Cruiser | GranSport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |