2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 92 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GranTurismo | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
