2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 Maserati GranSport and 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 148 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (248 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | GranSport | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |