2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | X5 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 396 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
