2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-150 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 86 L |
