2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 2004 Maserati MC12 and 2004 Seat Toledo 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 475 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 104 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 Seat Toledo, 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 2004 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | MC12 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 10.1 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 | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
