2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | E500 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 489 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |