2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (349 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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 SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |