2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
