2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 415 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 GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GranTurismo | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
