2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 526 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
