2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jaguar XF | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XF | GranSport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |