2007 Maserati GT vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. 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 246 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 429 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2010 Kia Sorento 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. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Maserati | Kia |
| Model | GT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
