2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 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) has 178 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
