2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Echo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
