2006 Honda Element vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 905 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element, 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Element | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
