2012 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 331 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | GranTurismo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
