2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Maserati GT 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 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, 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 GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
Model | Sonata | GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |