2004 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escape | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
