2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass 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 238 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Compass.
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, 2011 Jeep Compass, 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Maserati | Jeep |
Model | GranSport | Compass |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |