2010 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
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, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
| Model | GranTurismo | Accent |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3785 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1118 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
