2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
