2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranTurismo | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |