2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Maserati MC12 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 370 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3. 2004 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A3 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
