2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Captiva | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3217 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
