2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 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 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 286 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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, 2010 Peugeot 408, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 2010 Peugeot 408 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 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | GranSport | 408 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |