2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2005 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 2005 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa, 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
