2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Maserati MC12 and 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 548 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati MC12 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | MC12 | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |