2010 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 497 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Toyota | Maserati |
| Model | Avensis | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
