2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 7 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 128 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 308 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, 2011 Ford Flex, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Flex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
