2003 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | X5 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 86 L |
