2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 503 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quattroporte | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
