2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT

To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 562 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.

Because 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has manual transmission. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Odyssey 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
Make Honda Maserati
Model Odyssey 3200 GT
Year Released 2005 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 3217 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 491 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2102 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2670 mm


 

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