2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranSport | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | GranSport | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |