2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | GranTurismo | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |