2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Maserati GranSport and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 297 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Ford Focus 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. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | GranSport | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |