2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | ML |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |