2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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 230 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 340 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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2009 Maserati GranSport | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | GranSport | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2635 mm |