2007 Maserati GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 2007 Maserati GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
