2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 441 kg more than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
| Model | G | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 90 L |
