2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 152 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | GranSport | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2615 mm |
