2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 359 kg more than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | R | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |