2004 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | MDX | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 86 L |
