2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo

To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 881 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 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 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai i10 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
Make Hyundai Maserati
Model i10 GranTurismo
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 459 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4882 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1915 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1354 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2941 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 86 L


 

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