2002 Lexus LX vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 555 kg more than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2002 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | LX | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
