2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 396 HP |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
