2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 920 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati GranTurismo has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Rendezvous | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2299 mm |
