2010 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 605 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 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati GranTurismo has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Maserati GranTurismo | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | GranTurismo | A4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3785 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1118 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |