2012 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Lacetti 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 313 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 804 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Maserati | Daewoo |
| Model | GranTurismo | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
