2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GranSport | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
