2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2010 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3, 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 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Mazda | Maserati |
| Model | 3 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
