2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 Maserati Coupe and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 2005 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Coupe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |