2007 Honda Element vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Element | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
