2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 538 kg more than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Tahoe | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 86 L |
