2011 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Maserati |
| Model | Golf | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
