2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 258 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (138 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | GranSport | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |