2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2004 Saab 93
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 93 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 273 more horse power than 2004 Saab 93. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Saab 93. 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, 2004 Saab 93, 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 93. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 93. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 2004 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 2004 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 2004 Saab 93 | |
Make | Maserati | Saab |
Model | GranSport | 93 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |