2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Maserati Kubang
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Kubang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Kubang would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Kubang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Kubang (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 Maserati Kubang is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang 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, 2003 Maserati Kubang (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Kubang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2003 Maserati Kubang has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Kubang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2003 Maserati Kubang | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Kubang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
