1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
