2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
