2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. (433 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 840 kg more than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | SL | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |