2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 244 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
Model | GranSport | Equator |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |