2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2011 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 4 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 228 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser.
Because 2011 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2011 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Maserati | Citroen |
| Model | GranSport | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
