2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | CLK | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |