2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 5 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 268 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 21 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
| Model | GranSport | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
