2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja 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 233 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Baja 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.
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2009 Maserati GranSport | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | GranSport | Baja |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |