2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Pilot | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 86 L |