2003 Holden Zafira 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 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira 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 476 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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 Holden Zafira, 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 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Zafira | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
