2010 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Maserati GranTurismo would be higher. Both 2010 Maserati GranTurismo and 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL are equipped with a 4,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati GranTurismo has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Maserati GranTurismo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GranTurismo | CL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3785 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1118 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |