2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 31 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |