2012 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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) has 197 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | GranTurismo | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
