2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 179 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | GranSport | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
