2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. 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 298 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Megane, 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | GranSport | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
