2001 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, both 2001 Audi Steppenwolf and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (325 Nm). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi Steppenwolf has manual transmission. 2001 Audi Steppenwolf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Steppenwolf | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
