2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 220 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Equinox | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |
