2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 5 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 800 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Equinox | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2942 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |