2000 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A8 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
