2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo

To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 606 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Cee'd 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
Make Kia Maserati
Model Cee'd GranTurismo
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 459 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4882 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1915 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1354 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2941 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 86 L


 

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