2008 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, both 2008 Ford Escape and 2008 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 2008 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape, 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 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Escape | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Escape | Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |