2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2006 Maserati Coupe and 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |