2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 4 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 (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 55 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
Model | Coupe | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2804 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |