2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Laser 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 291 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Laser, 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | GranSport | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
