2002 Maserati Coupe vs. 2011 Hyundai i20

To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Maserati Coupe 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 2002 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20, 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, 2002 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2011 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2002 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2002 Maserati Coupe 2011 Hyundai i20
Make Maserati Hyundai
Model Coupe i20
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 137 Nm
Top Speed 289 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1155 kg
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2525 mm