2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |