2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, both 2009 Kia Optima and 2009 Maserati GranSport were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 161 kg more than 2009 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima, 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 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Optima | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
