2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 45 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 281 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45, 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | GranSport | 45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
