1999 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 2005 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Coupe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 452 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |