2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 171 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |