2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.9 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 | 1880 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
