2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maserati GranTurismo would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva 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 GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | GranTurismo | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
