2003 Maserati Kubang vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Kubang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Kubang (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2003 Maserati Kubang is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang 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, 2003 Maserati Kubang (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Kubang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Kubang | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
| Model | Kubang | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1725 mm |
