2012 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Patrol and 2012 Maserati GranTurismo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 904 kg more than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Nissan | Maserati |
| Model | Patrol | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 405 HP |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2785 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 86 L |
