2011 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | GranTurismo | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
