2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Econovan | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
