2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranSport | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |