2006 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
