2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4227 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1715 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 Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |