2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G.
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2005 Maserati Coupe | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | G |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |