2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Coupe would be higher. 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 112 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 232 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
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, 2011 GMC Acadia, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | Coupe | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
