2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GranSport | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
