2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
