2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 287 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Focus, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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 Focus | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Focus | Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |