2011 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 272 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60, 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 2741 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. (459 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | GranTurismo | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 3200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |
