2012 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 801 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GranTurismo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
