2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Express | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |