2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 460 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | CLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |