2004 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Falcon 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 403 more horse power than 2004 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Falcon weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Falcon | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Falcon | MC12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |