2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 649 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2008 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 2008 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi, 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
