2009 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | IS | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1343 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |
