2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Smart | Maserati |
| Model | ForTwo | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 86 L |
