2004 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio, 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Rio | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
