2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quattroporte | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
