2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Siena | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
