2007 Maserati GT vs. 2007 Peugeot 607

To start off, both 2007 Maserati GT and 2007 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 607. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.

Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607, 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 GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 607. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 607. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 607 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Maserati GT 2007 Peugeot 607
Make Maserati Peugeot
Model GT 607
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 16.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 275 km/hour 224 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.5 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L