2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2004 Maserati MC12 and 2004 Renault Laguna 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 (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 265 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, 2004 Renault Laguna, 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2004 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | MC12 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
