2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GranSport | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
