2003 Maserati Kubang vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Kubang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Kubang would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Kubang (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Kubang. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Kubang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Kubang | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kubang | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
