2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maserati GranSport would be higher. 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 228 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | GranSport | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
