2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (355 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 511 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |