2011 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Maserati GranTurismo would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | GranTurismo | Cube |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
