2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 861 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
