2007 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, both 2007 Kia Spectra 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 247 more horse power than 2007 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Spectra, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Spectra | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Spectra | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
