2007 Maserati GT vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2007 Maserati GT and 2007 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GT has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Maserati GT 2007 Toyota 4Runner
Make Maserati Toyota
Model GT 4Runner
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 87 L


 

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