2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 2005 Mazda MPV

To start off, 2005 Mazda MPV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe.

Because 2004 Maserati Coupe 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 2004 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV, 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Maserati Coupe 2005 Mazda MPV
Make Maserati Mazda
Model Coupe MPV
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 271 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1711 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 75 L


 

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