2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |