2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | CLK | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |