2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 2007 Maserati GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.1 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 | 1280 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
