2007 Maserati GT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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 E (510 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GT | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |