2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Panda and 2009 Maserati GranTurismo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati GranTurismo 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 GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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 GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Panda | 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Panda | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 86 L |