2010 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 648 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | GranTurismo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3785 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1118 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
