2000 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise 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 480 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Lotus | Maserati |
Model | Elise | MC12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 88 L |