2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport 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 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | LeSabre | V8 GranSport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
