2002 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
