2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT 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 248 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GranSport | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
