2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | 300 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
