2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GranSport | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
