2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Maserati V8 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 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | V8 GranSport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 286 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |