2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 857 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | GranSport | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
